3-A-25-OYP Becky (37909), March 6, 2025 at 6:46 PM
My house is my only a biggest investment. I bought it in West Hills because it was a quiet and peaceful neighborhood. Most people that live here have been here or plan to be here for many years. People care for their yards expect for the one house on our street that is a rental property and it is a complete mess. Junk in the yard , and all around, landscaping non existent and a general rundown appearance. If I was next door to that house my property value would plummet. Why? Those people have no investment in wherever live. They don't cate. Please dot mess a a lovely, wonderful, desirable neighborhood. Put the duplexes in your neighborhood, next door to u. Without my home investment I have very little. Please don't mess up my neighborhood. Not fair. There are other places u could build.. U will take a perfectly good place and ruin it with people that aren't stakeholders. Please don't ...not fair to those of us who worked hard and made an investment here.
The proposed elimination of location standards from the OYP is unnecessary and detrimental to RN-1 and RN-2 neighborhoods since it removes well-defined standards regarding location of duplexes.
According to Malynda Wollert, Knox Planning Assistant Planner, duplex "...is not a type of development we see very often in permitting."
Since this is not a high-demand item and most homeowners across Knoxville are not aware of this proposed change, a prudent and fair decision is to postpone any action on duplex location until the public has sufficient time to be informed and let their decisions be shared with Planning Commission and City Council.
Two weeks between Planning Commission vote and City Council first hearing and vote (normally no less than four weeks) is wrong and unfair to the citizens, voters, and homeowners of Knoxville.
I am opposed to this measure. We currently have the density and architecture that was intended for residential neighborhoods that work. Not only work with the current infrastructure like roads and schools but is one of the selling points of RN 1 neighborhoods. Cars are not parked on the streets because you have duplexes with 6 or more vehicles. There is sufficient room between houses that provide greenspace, gardening and recreation which enhances the quality of life for its residents. Why would you want to change the very things that made our neighborhoods in Knoxville desirable? Please concentrate and promote housing along Knoxville's corridors. City councilman Andrew Roberto seems to have a good take on where this growth should be prioritized. Respectfully, John Heins
3-A-25-OYP Margaret (37909), March 10, 2025 at 9:07 AM
I am opposed to this measure. As someone that just moved back home from Nashville, I can say that the loss of community in what was once a nice neighborhood was one of my biggest reasons for leaving. Everyone became temporary renters, it became unsafe to walk, the quaint neighborhood lots its charm to quick build tall and skinny duplexes. While I understand the need for additional housing, I urge the city to oppose.
3-A-25-OYP Lauren (37909), March 10, 2025 at 9:15 AM
I oppose this amendment. It is already upsetting enough that City Council did not take into consideration the neighborhoods opposition against the duplex on my street (Westridge), but now there is a risk to the integrity of the neighborhood with the potential of more duplexes/apartments. The developer of the duplex on Westridge has already changed his plans to a cheaper design/build than what was presented to City Council. What is to stop other developers from putting their interests over that of the neighborhood?
3-A-25-OYP Mike (37909), March 10, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Stop allowing any more duplex, multi family, halfway houses, or development other than single family homes in all of Knoxvilles old established neighborhoods. Theres like 8. Protect them. Especially, West Hills. It needs to be single family homes, and I oppose all things to the contrary. If the only way to protect the neighborhood is to make it historic, so be it. Although, just using common sense would work too.
3-A-25-OYP Tyler (37909), March 10, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Good morning, I have left my car keys, bank account information and all assets on the corner of my driveway. Feel free to swing by and pick them up, apparently they belong to city of Knoxville. I know I could be asking to much given your greedy little hands are busy grabbing up other folks hard earned assets but I assumed you would be coming for those next. I know you all try to sneak this in like it's a housing problem but legitimately everyone knows you all are just greedy. How much money do you all get paid behind closed doors to let develops fist the residents of west hills? You already over looked our school and now you want to come lower the property value, increase traffic flow and over crowd an already over crowded school. I'm glad my name appears on this, you all are criminals. I'd have more respect if you told how much money you all have received for this amendment. Is your neighborhood to full? Put the duplex in sequoia hills. Stop trying to step on the middle class, pathetic.
3-A-25-OYP Susan (37909), March 10, 2025 at 10:47 AM
Please do not change RN-1 requirements to allow for duplexes at will. West Hills has a duplex under construction that in no way looks like any other homes around it. No attempt (or requirement) to adapt to the neighborhood has been made. So unfair to those who live there. Thank you.
3-A-25-OYP Mallory (37909), March 10, 2025 at 10:50 AM
I am opposed to this measure. I do not wish to see the architectural character and density that make West Hills and other RN1 neighborhoods nice, peaceful and safe. Thank you for considering to keep these restrictions in place.
3-A-25-OYP Fred (37909), March 10, 2025 at 10:59 AM
I recently moved here and specifically purchased a single family home due to this neighborhoods community feel and layout. Changing zone restrictions changes the personality of the area not to mention cramming more structures and people into a space not designed for it. Im opposed to this measure; its not a progressive measure but only a financial consideration for those advocating for the passing.
3-A-25-OYP John (37909), March 10, 2025 at 11:24 AM
I am strongly opposed to this proposal. The owners of property in West Hills bought here for its peaceful quiet surroundings. Just because there is supposedly a housing shortage doesnt give you the right to destroy our neighborhood with duplexes! Build duplexes further out of town!
3-A-25-OYP Patti (37909), March 10, 2025 at 12:01 PM
I am very much opposed to this measure for a variety of reasons. I am a realtor and know that homeowners many times do not invest with upkeep and improvements in their homes when they become rentals and multifamily homes. This lowers the property values of those that have cared for their properties over the years and have counted the value of their homes for their future and possibly their retirement. There is also less stability in neighborhoods that are multifamily and rentals. Please vote to not damage the property values of Westborough and West Hills. Thank you.
3-A-25-OYP Adam (37909), March 10, 2025 at 12:31 PM
I previously lived in a similar neighborhood in Nashville that passed an eerily similar measure. Within two years, the neighborhoods character, culture, and safety had completely dissipated. Please do not make the same mistake here. I urge you protect our healthy communities in our lovely neighborhoods and city. I oppose this measure.
3-A-25-OYP Martha Jean (37909), March 10, 2025 at 1:26 PM
I am opposed to this measure. I have lived in West Hills for 50 years because people care for their homes and yards. Many lawns are large and developers who are not interested in our neighborhood may well buy property simply to add duplexes. Please do not make this change.
3-A-25-OYP Mark and Pat (37909), March 10, 2025 at 2:02 PM
My wife and I are opposed to this proposal. We have lived in this neighborhood for almost 40 years. We support the area plan as it was originally proposed. This has worked well for us for a long time. We picked this neighborhood for its location and appeal to single family life style and safety. We don't want to change the current and original intent of it being single family residences owned and lived in by the owner which was why we bought here, invested here, and intend to stay here. We have plenty of space allocated in the area plan for rental properties such as apartments. respectfully submitte Mark A Medley
3-A-25-OYP Erika (37909), March 10, 2025 at 3:20 PM
It is sad and heartbreaking to realize the City Council of Knoxville with the stroke of a pen can change the way of life offered us years ago. I live on Broome Road which was quite rural 54 years ago when we bought our home. Now I, or my executor, on my death, could level my home and because I own 400 feet of frontage could sell to a developer who could build 5 duplexes in the middle of this beautiful residential road. What are you thinking?? Vote this down!!
3-A-25-OYP Judy (37909), March 10, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Sir/Madam: I have enjoyed living in West Hills for more than 40 years. I am against this proposal and respectfully ask you to vote against it. Please help us keep West Hills a beautiful and safe place to live. Please vote No. Thank you, Judy Cox
12-A-24-PD Kimberley (37909), March 10, 2025 at 4:38 PM
I am writing to appeal to the commission to focus on the concerns of the East Knoxville community regarding this project. Please dont limit your impression of the number of oppositions to this project by the number of people present at the meeting, as most are unable to attend daytime meetings during a work week. You should look at this project taking into consideration the impact on public utilities, road access and community opinion. Consider what your concerns would be if you lived in our neighborhood! Maybe the developer could work with the community and consider single family homes to tie into the existing community? In conclusion, I strongly urge you to reconsider this proposed housing development, I believe that this project is simply not the right fit for our neighborhood. Thank you for your consideration, although the original rezoning protests of this project were previously ignored, I would hope you would give this the consideration deserved
3-A-25-OYP Dale (37909), March 10, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Last year when WHCA fought to prevent a duplex in our neighborhood, we took a petition door to door, in an effort to prevent it. 98% of those that I talked with gladly signed it, over 250. But you approved it anyway. Apparently what the homeowners want isn't important. The standards/regulations should stay and should be honored, they are there to protect single family neighborhoods from multifamily development. Please respect the homeowners wishes.
3-A-25-OYP Jennifer (37909), March 10, 2025 at 8:25 PM
I am opposed to this measure. We must be creative to accommodate growth and housing issues AND be mindful of neighborhoods. Use major roads, not established neighborhoods.
3-A-25-OYP Matt (37909), March 10, 2025 at 8:56 PM
I am writing to express my opposition to the proposed amendment to the One Year Plan, specifically the location criteria for duplexes. This change would have significant negative consequences for our community, undermining the thoughtful planning that ensures responsible development, property values, and quality of life for residents. Suburban neighborhoods thrive on planned zoning that maintains a balance between residential, commercial, and mixed-use development. Arbitrarily removing location criteria risks destabilizing home values and altering the character of long-established neighborhoods. Location-based zoning criteria exist for a reason”to ensure that development is placed strategically, aligning with infrastructure, traffic capacity, and neighborhood character. Removing these criteria would allow unchecked, inconsistent development that could negatively impact our communitys cohesion and long-term planning. Zoning decisions should be made with transparency and public input. Eliminating location-based criteria effectively removes an essential layer of public oversight, potentially favoring developers over the interests of residents. I urge the Planning Commission to vote against the removal of location criteria for duplexes. Smart, responsible growth requires planning that considers long-term community needs rather than short-term development convenience. Please prioritize the voices of residents and the future of our neighborhoods. Thank you
3-A-25-OYP David (37909), March 11, 2025 at 9:38 AM
I am opposed to the measure that increases the density of an existing neighborhood. Current property owners should be confident that their ownership decision to own in a single family per lot development is not compromised. This relates to new construction and existing property conversions. Thank you for protecting property ownership rights.
